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Through The Glass Theatre Ensemble Will Present DEAD MAN'S CELL PHONE
by Nicole Rosky - February 23, 2025
Through the Glass Theatre Ensemble will present Sarah Ruhl's surrealist comedy Dead Man's Cell Phone at AS220's Black Box at 95 Empire St. Providence, RI from March 27 to April 6. Directed by Olivia M. Sahlin.
Review: BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY at The Gamm Theatre
by Christopher Verleger - February 20, 2025
We all know the saying, “A man’s home is his castle,” and sometimes there is no telling what an individual will do to protect what they consider to be their own safe haven and private space. In Gamm Theatre’s captivating production of Stephen Adly Guirgis’s powerful, gritty, Pulitzer Prize-winning play, ‘Between Riverside and Crazy,’ Walter “Pops” Washington is the quintessential example of a man who, despite his age and declining health, holds reign over his marked territory like a lion in the wild that won’t hesitate to ward off any trespasser with force.
Review: WHODUNIT? AN IMPROVISED MURDER MYSTERY at Contemporary Theater Company
by Jay Pateakos - February 19, 2025
The actors are typically switched up each Saturday throughout the 12-week run.  This particular performance featured seven hysterical actors including Cathleen Carr, making her second Whodunit performance; Madeline England making her third performance as well as newbie Whodunits Jan Krause Green, Jessamyn LeClair, Tina Moore, Edwin O'Connor and Ryan Sekac.
Review: LIFE OF PI at Providence Performing Arts Center
by Christopher Verleger - February 12, 2025
The narrator of the stage play ‘Life of Pi,’ now at Providence Performing Arts Center, proclaims, “My story will make you believe in God.” Regardless of your religious inclination, the retelling of his tumultuous journey reminds us how a person’s faith alone can provide the strength to endure, even when having to face the most seemingly insurmountable obstacles.
Comedian Alex Edelman Joins LIL RHODY LAUGH RIOT Lineup
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2025
Comedian Alex Edelman has joined the lineup of performers at Lil Rhody Laugh Riot. Lil Rhody Laugh Riot, Rhode Island's new four-day comedy festival taking over Providence from March 27 - 30 at Veterans Memorial Auditorium. Learn more.
Director Of Brown Arts Institute, Sydney Skybetter to Speak at Newport Art Museum
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2025
Newport Art Museum will feature choreographer and Director of Brown Arts Institute, Sydney Skybetter, as a lecturer in their Winter Speaker Series 2025. Learn more about Skybetter and see how to attend.
Brown University Names Sydney Skybetter, New Faculty Director Of Brown Arts Institute
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2025
Brown University has named acclaimed choreographer and current Associate Professor, Sydney Skybetter, as the Faculty Director of the Brown Arts Institute. Learn more!
Brown/Trinity MFA Programs in Acting and Directing Indefinitely Paused
by Joshua Wright - February 07, 2025
Following a pause initiated in 2023, Brown University and Trinity Repertory Company have decided to indefinitely suspend new admissions to their MFA programs in acting and directing as they explore new training paradigms.
Review: THE CHER SHOW at Providence Performing Arts Center
by Christopher Verleger - February 06, 2025
Providence Performing Arts Center presents ‘The Cher Show,’ the stylish, spirited Tony-winning jukebox musical that playfully and spectacularly recounts the six decade-long, multi-hyphenated career of the cherished musical diva, Academy Award-winning actress, and fashion icon.
RIVERDANCE 30 – THE NEW GENERATION Announced At The Providence Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2025
RIVERDANCE 30 – The New Generation. RIVERDANCE 30 will play at PPAC for five performances only, April 4 – 6, 2025. J.L. “Lynn” Singleton, president and CEO of the Providence Performing Arts Center has announced that Rhode Island Energy (RIE) is the sponsor of the production.
Review: I HATE HAMLET at The Players At Barker Playhouse
by Christopher Verleger - February 03, 2025
The Players at Barker Playhouse welcome the winter season with an enjoyable production of Paul Rudnick's adorably corny, oft-produced comedy, “I Hate Hamlet,” the story of a season in the life of a young actor eager to please everyone, including his fans, his agent, his girlfriend, and above all, a ghost.
Cotuit Center For The Arts Will Host World Premiere of The InkLine Project
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2025
What happens when two artists—one a celebrated visual artist and animator, the other an award-winning writer and poet—decide to create without rules, restrictions, or expectations? The answer is The InkLine Project.
Review: Bearing Witness: SOMEONE WILL REMEMBER US at Trinity Rep
by John McDaid - January 31, 2025
Bearing Witness: SOMEONE WILL REMEMBER US at Trinity Rep. A searing, deeply human world premiere that gives voice to veterans, civilians, and refugees. We go to the theatre for many reasons. Sometimes, we crave the spectacle of a Broadway musical; sometimes, we seek the grip of a powerful drama.
‘69-'96: A CLOSER LOOK AT A HOUSE IN COMMON Premiering In Newport
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2025
Center Aquidneck is presenting ‘69-'96: A Closer Look at a House in Common on March 1, 2, 8, 9, 2025. This inventive house tour invites the public to experience one Newport house as remembered by three different families who lived there between 1969 and 1996.
Review: HANG at Burbage Theatre Company
by Christopher Verleger - January 27, 2025
We’re all familiar with the saying, “Less is more,” and that statement especially holds true for debbie tucker green’s intense drama, ‘hang,’ (deliberately spelled with lowercase letters) now at Burbage Theatre Company, in partnership with WomensWork Theatre Collaborative—because the less you know, the better, as intended by the playwright.
Review: THE FATHER: A TRAGIC FARCE at Wilbury Theatre Group
by Jay Pateakos - January 26, 2025
What did our critic think of THE FATHER: A TRAGIC FARCE at Wilbury Theatre Group?
Photos: THE FATHER Now Playing At Wilbury Theatre Group
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2025
You can now get a first look at the Wilbury Theatre Group production of The Father: A Tragic Farce by Florian Zeller, translated by Christopher Hampton here!
Review: MJ THE MUSICAL at Providence Performing Arts Center
by Christopher Verleger - January 23, 2025
Providence Performing Arts Center brings The King of Pop back to life with its dazzling, colorful, energetic production of ‘MJ The Musical,’ a portrait of the legendary entertainer, Michael Jackson, featuring a sampling of his greatest hits, unforgettable dance moves, a glimpse at his troubled personal life, and his rise from child prodigy to superstardom.
Cypress Hill To Perform With The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra at the Providence Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2025
The iconic group Cypress Hill will be performing live with the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra for a concert at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) on Wednesday, May 14 at 7:30P. This collaboration will be conducted by Troy Quinn.
Matt Rife, Jonathan Van Ness and More Join Lineup of Lil Rhody Laugh Riot
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2025
 Lil Rhody Laugh Riot, Rhode Island's new four-day comedy festival taking over Providence in March, announced that comedy powerhouses Matt Rife and Jonathan Van Ness are joining the lineup of performers.
Egyptian Musician & Educator Karim Nagi to Bring Arab & Muslim Music, Dance & Culture To FirstWorks
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2025
FirstWorks, a non-profit connecting art with audiences in Providence, Rhode Island, will present an artist residency with multi-instrumentalist and movement artist Karim Nagi serving local K-12 schools. Learn more!
Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards
by BWW Awards - January 17, 2025
Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY Comes to the Gamm
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2025
The Gamm will present Stephen Adly Guirgis’ Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy-drama Between Riverside and Crazy. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
Review: THE SILENCE OF THE AWKWARD & OTHER STRANGE SHORTS at Homebrewed Theatre Company
by Jay Pateakos - January 11, 2025
What did our critic think of THE SILENCE OF THE AWKWARD & OTHER STRANGE SHORTS at Homebrewed Theatre Company?
Burbage Theatre Co and WomensWork Theatre Collaborative Announce Cast and Creative Team for HANG
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2025
Burbage Theatre Co, in partnership with WomensWork Theatre Collaborative, has announced the cast and creative team for the Rhode Island premiere of 'hang' by debbie tucker green.

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